Proponents argue that this strategy would bolster national security by minimizing the risk of potential terrorists entering the country. Enhanced screening processes, once implemented, would provide a more thorough assessment of applicants, reducing the likelihood of malicious actors gaining entry. Critics argue that such a policy might inadvertently promote discrimination by broadly categorizing individuals based on their nation of origin rather than specific, credible threat intelligence. It may strain diplomatic relations with the affected countries and potentially harm the perception of the nation enacting the ban, being seen as hostile or prejudiced towards certain international communities. Additionally, genuine refugees fleeing terrorism or persecution in their home countries might be unjustly denied safe haven.
36% Yes |
64% No |
34% Yes |
52% No |
1% Yes, and ban all immigration until the government improves its screening process |
7% No, banning immigrants based on their religion is unconstitutional |
1% Yes, until terrorist attacks decrease |
6% No, but we should ban immigrants from “high risk” countries |
See how support for each position on “Muslim Immigrant Ban” has changed over time for 712 Switzerland voters.
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See how importance of “Muslim Immigrant Ban” has changed over time for 712 Switzerland voters.
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Unique answers from Switzerland users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
@8VGTF7R3yrs3Y
Yes, you are fare more likely to be harmed by those who would block their entry than by people seeking a better life.
@8TL6HS23yrs3Y
We should ban all other religions and all who are Religious can stay
@8T5RSQ93yrs3Y
No! A modern, constitutional state is based on the presumption of innocence, and that also applies to migration of course.
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